Chief Baker (Permanent)

About the role

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, one of the World's 50 Best Hotels, is looking for a Chief Baker to join its Kitchen team. The role prepares a wide range of high-quality breads, viennoiseries and bakery products to the highest standards of quality, consistency and food safety, working closely with the Pastry and Culinary teams to support restaurants, banqueting and in-room dining.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the mise-en-place for all doughs, including puff pastry and shortcrust.
• Cook all menu items such as croissants, Danish pastries and other bread items to the highest standard across all outlets.
• Improve the product and bring fresh ideas and methods to the Pastry Kitchen.
• Communicate daily with the Pastry team and liaise with the Main Kitchen, Restaurant, Room Service and Banqueting.
• Train team members in bakery tasks and provide ongoing refresher training.
• Maintain quality and portion control in line with hotel standards.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and all food safety, hygiene and sanitation procedures.
• Keep the work environment clean, organised and efficient, and respond appropriately in any hotel emergency.

Required profile

• European passport or legal right to work in Greece.
• Previous experience as a baker or in a similar role in a luxury hotel, fine dining establishment or high-quality bakery.
• Understanding of HACCP procedures and food safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding kitchen and strong attention to detail.
• Food handling and sanitation certifications are an advantage.

Required skills

• Bread production, laminated doughs, viennoiserie and bakery techniques.
• HACCP and food safety standards.

What we offer

• Permanent position, 5 working days per week, 2 days off; flexibility for weekends, public holidays and business demands.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Complimentary employee meals, bus transportation, uniform and laundry services.
• Monthly ticket restaurant allowance of €100.
• Complimentary nights at Four Seasons hotels worldwide, employee recognition program and access to global training and development.